Golden Gait Canine - Sports Medicine and Physical Rehabilitation
Kristen L. Hagler BS (An. Phys.), RVT, CCRP, CVPP, COCM, CBW
Kristen received her undergraduate degree at Sonoma State University (BS in Biology with a concentration in Animal Physiology) and passed the California Registered Veterinary Technician licensing examination in 2002. She then went on to the University of Tennessee’s Certificate Program in Canine Physical Rehabilitation and completed her certification in 2005.
To further enhance the veterinary physical rehabilitation training, Kristen has completed coursework in canine massage therapy through the Caninology® massage therapy program in 2009 and in 2012 completed coursework to become a Certified Osteoarthritis Case Manager (COCM) through the University of Tennessee's canine rehabilitation program as well as being awarded a Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner (CVPP) through the International Veterinary Association of Pain Management. She is also an active Associate Member for the American Association of Rehabilitation Veterinarians - representing the technician members.
Kristen maintains an active role in the community as well, providing continuing education lectures for colleagues and networking with local dog centered agencies. She continues to work in the Veterinary Department at Guide Dogs for the Blind, Inc in San Rafael, something she started by volunteering as a teenager while in High School which helped lead her down the sports medicine and rehabilitation path. She also tries to step out of her comfort zone working with small animals and volunteers her time at a local equine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation center, Circle Oak Equine, in Petaluma.
Kristen’s philosophy for every animal is to maintain core strength and physical conditioning to maintain long term health and longevity in the "job" they are performing. Her special interests within animal physical rehabilitation include stifle and elbow conditions, geriatrics, osteoarthritis, performance dogs and pain management (acute and chronic).
Outside of work, Kristen enjoys road biking, jogging, walks, watching volleyball/sports and being with her husband and children. She has a career change dog from Guide Dogs for the Blind, Inc. named Ramirez and a cat named Fish.
Email: [email protected]*
*limited mobile services available, please contact for details
To further enhance the veterinary physical rehabilitation training, Kristen has completed coursework in canine massage therapy through the Caninology® massage therapy program in 2009 and in 2012 completed coursework to become a Certified Osteoarthritis Case Manager (COCM) through the University of Tennessee's canine rehabilitation program as well as being awarded a Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner (CVPP) through the International Veterinary Association of Pain Management. She is also an active Associate Member for the American Association of Rehabilitation Veterinarians - representing the technician members.
Kristen maintains an active role in the community as well, providing continuing education lectures for colleagues and networking with local dog centered agencies. She continues to work in the Veterinary Department at Guide Dogs for the Blind, Inc in San Rafael, something she started by volunteering as a teenager while in High School which helped lead her down the sports medicine and rehabilitation path. She also tries to step out of her comfort zone working with small animals and volunteers her time at a local equine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation center, Circle Oak Equine, in Petaluma.
Kristen’s philosophy for every animal is to maintain core strength and physical conditioning to maintain long term health and longevity in the "job" they are performing. Her special interests within animal physical rehabilitation include stifle and elbow conditions, geriatrics, osteoarthritis, performance dogs and pain management (acute and chronic).
Outside of work, Kristen enjoys road biking, jogging, walks, watching volleyball/sports and being with her husband and children. She has a career change dog from Guide Dogs for the Blind, Inc. named Ramirez and a cat named Fish.
Email: [email protected]*
*limited mobile services available, please contact for details
About
Kristen provides rehabilitation assessments, shockwave treatment and platelet rich plasma kits to your veterinarian in your regular veterinary hospital. California state law requires a veterinary technician, physical therapist (CA licensed) or unregistered veterinary assistant to be under the direct supervision of a CA licensed veterinarian. Appointments are available on a limited basis and are limited to Sonoma and Marin county. Your veterinarian will be contacted directly if seeking veterinary rehabilitative services prior to discussing it with them to ensure physical rehabilitation will be appropriate for your pet. Kristen's priority is provide safe and effective rehabilitation advice to make the best decision with your veterinarian designing a therapeutic treatment plan. The foundation of all veterinary rehabilitation therapy is education for everyone - please be prepared!
Mobility CartsMaking the decision to place a beloved family member into a mobility cart is a difficult one and requires some gentle guidance from experienced users. We are prepared to help your client step by step through the process of mobility cart selection and measurement, adjustments, introduction into the home and pet, and monitoring the success of the cart.
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Custom Splint Fabrication and Fittings
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It is important for animals with disabilities requiring a custom splint or brace to have it fit properly. Without a properly fitted device, abnormal joint kinematics and gait compensation strategies develop in addition to pressure sores. We have the resources and contacts for local animal orthotic and prosthetic fabrication and can help with fittings for outsourced braces. |
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Regenerative Medicine
Shockwave and Platelet Rich Plasma
Kristen is available to bring shockwave therapy equipment to your veterinary hospital. The technology is used to treat chronic conditions such as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Tendon or Ligament injuries
- Hip Dysplasia
- Back pain
- Chronic wounds
- Shoulder lameness
- Fractures
By using high energy sound wave technology we can target painful areas at the cellular level to speed healing, reduce inflammation and swelling, and increase bone formation. Specifically, the acoustic waves release healing growth factors, stimulate blood flow and improve fiber alignment to also improve the quality of healing.
Your pet does need to be lightly sedated (not anesthetized) for the treatment, which takes less than 4 minutes for one joint. The treatment feels slightly uncomfortable until the body's natural pain killers kick in (about 1-2 minutes into treatment). Unlike humans, animals cannot accurately verbalize their pain tolerance to humans and your veterinarian will determine an appropriate pain management plan for your pet.
Your pet does need to be lightly sedated (not anesthetized) for the treatment, which takes less than 4 minutes for one joint. The treatment feels slightly uncomfortable until the body's natural pain killers kick in (about 1-2 minutes into treatment). Unlike humans, animals cannot accurately verbalize their pain tolerance to humans and your veterinarian will determine an appropriate pain management plan for your pet.
Structural Assessment -
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